Description
Enjoy this decadent and indulgent Giant German Chocolate Cheesecake—a rich and creamy dessert with a luscious chocolate filling, topped with toasted coconut, pecans, caramel sauce, and chocolate shavings. It’s perfect for special occasions or any time you want to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake:
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chopped German chocolate (or semi-sweet chocolate)
For the Topping:
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chocolate shavings
Instructions
For the Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
For the Cheesecake:
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in sour cream and heavy cream until smooth.
- Fold in chopped German chocolate.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
Baking:
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are slightly puffed.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
For the Topping:
- Toast shredded coconut and chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat until lightly golden. Allow to cool.
- Spread caramel sauce over the top of the cheesecake.
- Sprinkle with toasted coconut and pecans.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings.
Notes
- Cooling: Ensure the cheesecake is fully cooled before refrigerating to avoid condensation.
- Toasting Nuts and Coconut: Keep an eye on the coconut and pecans while toasting to prevent burning. Toasting brings out their flavor and adds a nice crunch.
- Decorations: For a more elegant presentation, use a piping bag to add decorative elements with the caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes